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Happiness Happens… In the Sun!

HEALTHY AGING

DEEP DIVE INTO THE DELTA VARIANT

Lakeland Regional Health’s Dr. Haight Talks About the Latest Threat

Just Keep Livin'

In the new year, Matthew McConaughey is looking beyond the pandemic—and movies—toward a much bigger picture. Could politics be his next frame?

KILL COUNTY INSIDE A RURAL WASHINGTON SHERIFF'S PRIVATE WAR

“Constitutional sheriffs” claim to be the law of the land when it comes to issues such as gun rights and mask mandates. A leading figure in the movement has now assumed responsibility for managing dangerous wildlife, using a posse of hunters to kill cougars.

DO COVID TITLES COUNT?

If a team wins Game 7 and no one is around to cheer and high five, is it still the champ?

Bob Odenkirk

The actor best known as the criminally devious lawyer in Better Call Saul is trading his leisure suits for guns & ammo in the action flick Nobody.

THE FAST AND THE DIRTIEST

The latest, greatest off-road machines storm onto West Virginia’s Hatfield-McCoy Trails—and beyond.

Huge Hurdle

After a lost year, obstacle course racing is picking itself back up.

Finally…Legit Tesla Rivals Emerge

A handful of car companies are rolling out major challenges to Tesla’s EV primacy in 2021.

Food to Boost Your Mood

Make nutrition the first line of defense against depression.

Last Good Cowboy

Hall of Fame quarterback TROY AIKMAN may have retired 20 years ago, but he’s still sharpening his game. Here’s how. as told to CHARLES THORP

WE'RE WITH HER Jane Levy

On the Emmy-winning Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist she plays a computer programmer with special powers. In real life she’s mastered insomnia and RV maintenance.

Double Dose: Gain Of Dysfunction

How an alliance of crunchies and conservatives could help bring on the next pandemic

Econundrums: Tear Down This Paywall

The pandemic made science more accessible than ever. Let’s keep it that way.

Global Food System

Local Communities Empower a Resilient

How to look Your Best with SOFT AND BEAUTIFUL Senior Skin

Maybe not everything improves with age, but one thing – healthy, vibrant skin – is not something that must be relinquished to younger years. Senior skin, needs special care. And if we treat our skin right as we age, healthy, vibrant skin can accompany us into our golden years.

IN SEASON: Green Beans

Green beans, also called snap beans or string beans, are a staple in many kitchens across the United States. They’re a beloved side dish at family potlucks, holiday meals, and nightly dinners. They are one on the most popular crops in backyard gardens.

MENTAL HEALTH PROS AND CONS OF WORKING FROM HOME

Over this last year many people made the switch from working in the office to working from home, but is this a healthy change?

COMMON LIFESTYLE FACTORS - That May Be Causing Your Heartburn

Warmer weather is here which means backyard BBQ’s, campfire cookouts, and picnics are right around the corner. But if you suffer from frequent heartburn, food-based get-togethers may not be your cup of tea. But before you turn down your invite or spend even more money on your handy antacids, it’s important to note it might not be all the food’s fault.

THE FIVE MOST IMPORTANT Lifestyle Practices for maintaining a HEALTHY BRAIN

More than 6 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. As we age we become significantly at risk for declining brain health as one in nine people age 65 and older have dementia. This debilitating disease also affects women more than men at disproportionate numbers as two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women.

THE TALE OF TWO AGES: A Plan for Your Healthspan

For the longest time our age has been defined by the day we were born and the number of times we are fortunate enough to circle the sun.

What Is INSULIN RESISTANCE?

Have you heard of insulin resistance? One in three Americans suffer from this blood sugar-related syndrome, which can cause serious health issues including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, strokes, and even cancer.

7 Tips To Promote Health And Well-being This Summer

During the warmer months, there’s often a great deal of shuffling and movement, including common allergy triggers like trees, pollen, mold spores, dust and dander along with pesky sinus pressure.

Add These Healthy Routines to Your Day

Holistic wellness focuses on the connection between mind, body, and spirit It isn’t just about treating symptoms; it seeks to find the root causes that create the issues. By living a more holistic lifestyle, you may be able to enhance your body’s natural ability to restore itself.

Are We Vaxxed Yet?

With delta surging and the U.S. child vaccination campaign lagging, it might be time to consider requiring Covid immunization in schools—as we do for many diseases that pose a less urgent threat

Classic Summer Cobbler

A fresh, healthy take on one of Grandma’s beloved recipes.

The Lion's Share of Benefits

Lion’s mane, with its long, shaggy spines that resemble—you guessed it—a lion’s mane, has been shown to ease depression, enhance focus and concentration, and more.

Banish BO

Six ways to battle body odor and smell good all over.

8 Soothing Essential Oils to Help Combat Stress

You can’t erase stress from your life, but you can use aromatherapy to help you cope with it naturally. Here are eight tension-taming essential oils with proven benefits.

Natural Help for Thinning Hair

If you’ve noticed tangles of hair in your brush and shower drain, don’t panic. There are remedies that can help you prevent thinning hair and improve the health of your entire hair ecosystem—scalp, follicles, and strands.